[. . . ] It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be tested by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for the damages caused by an inadequate grounding system (e. g. Do not connect the appliance to the electrical supply with an extension cord. Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance. [. . . ] Turn the temperature selector to "Maximum" (see "Selecting a temperature"). Metal components have a protective coating which may give off a slight odor the first time your new appliance is heated. The smell will dissipate after a short time and does not indicate a faulty connection. 6 Using the plate warmer Opening and Closing The plate warmer is only intended for warming dishes. Do not use the plate warmer to reheat, cook or keep food and drinks warm. Condensation from food or drinks could cause moisture damage to the appliance. The floor of the warming drawer has a non-slip mat to prevent plates and dishes from sliding when the drawer is opened and closed. ^ To open and close the plate warmer gently push the center of the drawer. Controls The controls include the temperature selector and the On/Off button. The indicator at the front shows if the plate warmer is turned on or off. 7 Using the plate warmer Warming dishes ^ Place the dishes in the plate warmer. ^ The indicator at the front of the appliance lights showing that the unit is on. Do not turn the knob counterclockwise past the 12 o'clock position or clockwise past the 6 o'clock position. Forcing it beyond these positions will damage the temperature selector. When the selected temperature is reached, the heating element will turn off. It turns on again, when the unit cools below the selected temperature. The optimum temperature to preheat cups and glassware is about 105 °F (40 °C). When prewarming cups to this temperature, the drinks will not cool as fast and the cup itself is still cool enough to touch. Selecting a temperature The temperature selector allows you to select a temperature between 86 ° and 122 °F (30 ° and 50 °C). 8 Using the plate warmer Warming times Various factors will affect the warming times: ­ type and thickness of the dishes, ­ quantity, ­ how the dishes are arranged, and ­ temperature setting. As you use the plate warmer you will learn which settings suit your needs best. 30 - 40 minutes to evenly warm dishes at the maximum temperature setting of 122°F (50°C). Capacity The quantity which can be loaded will depend on the size of your dishes. Example: ­ 25 Cappuccino cups or ­ 56 Espresso cups Insert the cups or glassware upside down in the plate warmer to ensure an even warming. The maximum load is 33 lbs (15 kg). 9 Cleaning and care Cleaning the plate warmer Let the drawer cool before cleaning. Never use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, steel wool or caustic (oven) cleaners on the plate warmer. The exterior of the plate warmer can be cleaned with warm water and liquid dish soap applied with a soft sponge. Stainless steel Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned using a non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner. [. . . ] This data must correspond in order to avoid risk of damage to the appliance. The electrical outlet should be easily accessible after the unit is installed. Only install the plate warmer in combination with other built-in appliances recommended by the manufacturer. If installed with appliances not recommended, the warranty is void since the manufacturer cannot guarantee its safety. [. . . ]